Bullace Liqueurs: A Taste of Ancient British Orchards
The Bullace is one of the most intriguing fruits of the British countryside. A close relative of the Damson, it is one of the oldest domesticated fruits in the UK, prized for its robust nature and deep, varied flavour. At Aedda’s Farm Distillery, we are passionate about championing these heritage plum liqueurs, cultivating both the Golden Bullace and the Red Bullace in our Buckinghamshire orchards.
Our Bullace Liqueurs are often the first introduction many people have to this remarkable fruit. They are crafted through our slow maceration process in Adstock, where the spirit base, infused with lemon verbena and cardamon, draws out the rich, honeyed sweetness of the Golden variety and the deep, tart complexity of the Red. This dedication to single-variety excellence firmly establishes our place in the British Craft Spirits market.
H3: Golden Bullace vs. Red Bullace: Two Distinct Liqueurs
While both are technically Bullace plums, the two varieties yield dramatically different liqueurs, suitable for different occasions.
| Liqueur Variety | Plum Type | Colour & Aroma | Flavour Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Golden Bullace |
Yellow/Green Bullace |
Clear, amber-golden colour. Aroma of honey and ripe apricots. |
Smooth, rich sweetness with a caramel finish. Ideal for simple mixing. |
|
Red Bullace |
Dark Red/Purple Bullace |
Deep, ruby colour. Earthy aroma with notes of stone fruit skin. |
Complex, slightly acidic, and less sweet than the Golden. Great for sipping neat. |
The Golden Bullace Liqueur is one of our most popular liqueurs, celebrated for its approachable sweetness and versatility in Liqueur Highballs. The Red Bullace Liqueur appeals to those seeking a sophisticated, earthy finish.
Why Heritage Plums Matter to British Liqueurs
Our decision to focus on heritage fruit like the Bullace, grown with regenerative farming practices, is key to our brand’s authenticity. This commitment ensures we preserve unique flavours that are genuinely reflective of the local soil and climate of Buckinghamshire. Unlike many fruit liqueurs that rely on generic fruit concentrates, our use of traceable, high-quality plums delivers a superior flavour density and complexity.
This focus on provenance and singular quality is why our Bullace Liqueurs are becoming recognised as some of the best British Liqueurs available. We control every part of the process, from planting the tree to bottling the finished spirit.
Serving the Bullace: Cocktails and Simple Pours
The smooth nature of the Bullace liqueurs makes them incredibly easy to enjoy, requiring very few additional ingredients.
Hedgerow Negroni
A plum-rich Negroni with Red Bullace plum liqueur, gin and dry vermouth. Bittersweet and bold.
This deep, brooding Negroni swaps Campari for Red Bullace plum liqueur, adding rich hedgerow fruit to a dry gin and vermouth base. Stirred with a touch of Madagascan vanilla and salt, it’s a bold, bittersweet serve with countryside flair.